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gongora

/ˈɡɑːŋ.ɡɔːr.ə/
gon · go · ra
Plural:gongoras
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gongora Lexical Profile

• noun

1

Any orchid of the genus Gongora, comprising epiphytic plants native to the tropical forests of Central and South America, characterized by pendulous clusters of intricately shaped, highly fragrant flowers designed to attract specific euglossine bees.

Example

"The botanical garden's newest exhibit featured a rare gongora, whose complex, hanging blooms emitted a strong, spicy fragrance throughout the greenhouse."

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• Nearby Words

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Word Origin & Etymology

Named in 1794 by botanists Ruiz and Pavón in honor of Antonio Caballero y Góngora (1723–1796), a viceroy of New Granada (modern-day Colombia) and a major patron of South American botanical expeditions.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Gongora. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 14, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/gongora
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